College comparison

Fordham vs Marist University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Fordham Bronx, NY	Marist University Poughkeepsie, NY
Acceptance rateMarist University is more selective	59%	57%
SAT (25–75)	1320–1480	1190–1340
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	10,512	5,182
Avg net price	$44,338	$41,544
Median earnings (10 yr)Fordham reports higher median earnings	$85,569	$77,819
Graduation rate	82%	80%
Median debt	$24,300	$25,000
Economic mobility	4.0%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Fordham University or Marist University harder to get into?

Marist University is more selective: Fordham University's acceptance rate is approximately 59% and Marist University's is approximately 57% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Fordham University vs Marist University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1320–1480 at Fordham University and 1190–1340 at Marist University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.